Intelligence Analyst - Entry Level Birmingham, England
Job description
How to Apply
ONLY APPLICATIONS WITH COVERING LETTERS & FULL EDUCATION HISTORY INCLUDING GRADES ACHIEVED WILL BE CONSIDERED
To apply for this position please follow one of the two below options:
1) Submit your CV and a covering letter via email. Please see our careers page for further guidance - https://www.netwatchglobal.com/careers
2) Submit PDF copies of your CV and covering letter to the Indeed platform (please avoid using the Indeed CV template).
The Organisation
NetWatch Global is the largest and most successful open-source investigation company in the UK. We specialise in providing powerful and actionable intelligence which clients either rely on to make effective decisions or as evidence in court. NetWatch analysts assist in a range of areas from identifying new witnesses that the police are unaware of, to proving the true scale of a claimant’s injuries for insurance clients, or even cracking large counterfeiting networks for FMCG partners.
NetWatch Global are experts in online investigation and social media intelligence. Our in-house software development team have created a bespoke tool suite, which provides us with enhanced methods of locating hard-to-find online data. The tool suite is regularly updated and improved, meaning we are at the cutting edge of OSINT trends and developments.
We are part of The Surveillance Group - The largest and most successful covert surveillance and investigation company in the UK.
Job Description
You will join our vibrant team as an Intelligence Analyst and learn the skills to become a specialist in online and social media intelligence.
As an Intelligence Researcher your key responsibilities are likely to include those listed below, although this is not exhaustive.
· Analysing and compiling intelligence into comprehensive written reports in a target driven environment.
· Researching social networking sites to build up a lifestyle analysis of individuals suspected of being involved in fraudulent claims.
· Online investigations to establish the movements and whereabouts of individuals so that surveillance can be utilised to best effect.
· Identifying and locating individuals who may have witnessed any road or personal injury accidents so that the client can obtain statements to assist when deciding upon liability and reserve.
· Investigations into online networks with the aim of establishing any links between parties which could suggest fraud.
· Utilising in-house NetWatch software to provide a range of bespoke services to clients in various industries.
· Utilising a variety of databases, public records and intelligence tools & techniques to obtain information on subjects and attribute social networking accounts to them.
This is an entry level OSINT role and an opportunity to join an exciting and growing company. We have a supportive learning environment where you will be surrounded by OSINT experts to help you on your career path. We always promote from within where possible and hope that there will be numerous opportunities to forward your career with NetWatch from this starting point.
Requirements
· Excellent grasp of written and spoken English
. 2.1 degree (non-STEM disciplines preferred) or valuable industry experience in a fraud detection role
· Office-based experience preferred
· Experience working in a target driven environment preferred
· Good understanding of online social networking sites and online trends
· Strong IT Skills
Person Specification
· Analytical thinker – able to analyse information quickly and use it to provide robust advice.
· Written communicator – able to easily relay complex information in a written report.
· Curious – an inquisitive, open-minded type, who seeks out information from sources that may not always seem obvious.
. Self-motivated and driven – passionate about the work and eager to learn and progress.
. Organised – able to balance workloads and stay on track to hit monthly targets.
· Online awareness – an ongoing interest in current and emerging online trends, particularly in social networking.
· Team player – able to work well independently but also in a team to assist in maintaining a supportive environment.
· Shows great enthusiasm for their work and seeks to get involved with new projects and initiatives.
· Honesty and integrity – personal characteristics essential to anyone working in an investigation role at NetWatch.
Benefits Package
Salary: £21,000 per annum plus monthly bonuses
Excellent monthly bonus scheme, employee benefits programme, flexitime, hybrid working, accredited training opportunities (inc Intelligence Analyst Level 4 Apprenticeship), career progression path, 24 days leave plus bank holidays, buy and sell leave scheme, length of service rewards, on-site gym, employee assist programme (EAP), company pension scheme, regular team social events, cycle to work scheme, casual dress.
Working Hours
35 flexi hours per week Mon-Fri
IMPORTANT: Please note that the first 6 months of this role is office-based and will require the successful candidate to be within a commutable distance to Birmingham City Centre. This role then requires 3 mandatory office days per month minimum.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £21,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- Free fitness classes
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site gym
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience in a fraud detection role? Please expand.
- You must submit a cover letter to apply for this role. Have you submitted one?
- Are you able to reliably commute to Birmingham city centre?
Education:
- Bachelor's (preferred)
Work Location: In person
